OMEP started in Otago in 1993. Lyn Foote was the driving force for the establishment of OMEP in this area. OMEP meetings were seen as a place where practitioners and academics could come together and stimulating discussions take place. Otago, together with Southland OMEP, took on the role of national executive during the three year period 2000-2002. Meetings rotated between Invercargill and Dunedin. Otago OMEP members have continued to take an active part in OMEP nationally, taking on various roles at different times, such as President, International Coordinator, and as executive members. In 2013 Lyn Foote was made a life member in recognition of her services to OMEP locally, nationally and internationally. In 2023, Fiona Ellis was also nominated for life membership for her dedication and longstanding service to OMEP.
The Ōtākou rōpū currently has an active membership and is committed to improving the wellbeing of young children and their families.
The Ōtākou rōpū currently has an active membership and is committed to improving the wellbeing of young children and their families.
Upcoming Meetings!
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OMEP Ōtākou end of year celebration (Flyer above)
14th November Leith Valley Bowling Club from 5.30. Free BBQ on the night and a cash bar will be operating. A presentation will be given from Kate McAnelly and Michael Gaffney on their mahi and reporting back from their attendance at the OMEP World conference in Bangkok. All welcome. Nau mai haere mai.
14th November Leith Valley Bowling Club from 5.30. Free BBQ on the night and a cash bar will be operating. A presentation will be given from Kate McAnelly and Michael Gaffney on their mahi and reporting back from their attendance at the OMEP World conference in Bangkok. All welcome. Nau mai haere mai.
- Thursday May 16th 5.30-7pm
- Thursday July 18th 5.30-7pm
- Thursday September 19th 5.30-7pm
- Thursday November 21st 5.30-7pm
Upcoming Workshop: Meg Gallagher. Play-based learning with a social-justice lens.
25 June 6-7pm. Light refreshments available from 5.30pm.Location: University of Otago College of Education Staffroom, 145 Union Street East, Dunedin. Cost $15 or free for all OMEP members.
https://www.otago.ac.nz/university-union/marsh
Marsh Study Centre, University Union | University of Otago
The Marsh Study Centre is a warm, comfortable and quiet study space for University of Otago students, with University Wi-Fi, study rooms, outside seating, and social space with a cafe.
www.otago.ac.nz